Algebra 2 · Expressions and Operations

Virginia SOL A2.EO.1

Virginia SOL A2.EO.1 is part of the Expressions and Operations strand in Algebra 2 (Math). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students perform operations on and simplify rational expressions. Below is what A2.EO.1 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice A2.EO.1 for the Virginia SOL test.

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What SOL A2.EO.1 means

Perform operations on and simplify rational expressions.

Practice Algebra 2 SOL questions

Free Algebra 2 questions from official Virginia Department of Education released SOL tests — good practice while you work on A2.EO.1 and the rest of the course. Pick an answer to check it instantly, or open “Show answer” to review.

1. For non-zero denominators, which of the following is equivalent to ((3a^3 - 75a)/(a(a+5)(a+5)))?
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Answer: D — ((3(a-5))/(a+5))
2. What is the factored form of (x^2 - 36z^2)?
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Answer: F — ((x+6z)(x-6z))
3. Which of these is equivalent to (i^24)?
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Answer: A — 1
4. Which complex number is equivalent to ((7-9i) - (-1+3i))?
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Answer: J — (8-12i)

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Skills you’ll practice for A2.EO.1

Add, subtract, multiply, or divide rational algebraic expressions and simplify the result.
Justify and determine equivalent rational algebraic expressions with monomial and binomial factors.
Recognize and simplify complex algebraic fractions as products or quotients of simple algebraic fractions.
Represent and demonstrate equivalence of rational expressions in different forms.

Key concepts covered by A2.EO.1

rational expressions
simplification
algebraic operations
equivalent expressions
monomial factors
binomial factors
complex fractions
algebraic fractions
equivalence
different forms

How to study and practice SOL A2.EO.1

Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether A2.EO.1 is already solid, then work each skill above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see our Virginia SOL practice tests guide and how to study for the SOL test.

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A2.EO.2 — Perform operations on and simplify radical expressions.
A2.EO.3 — Perform operations on polynomial expressions and factor polynomials in one and two variables.
A2.EO.4 — Perform operations on complex numbers.

Frequently asked questions about SOL A2.EO.1

What is Virginia SOL A2.EO.1?

SOL A2.EO.1 is a Algebra 2 Standard of Learning in the Expressions and Operations strand. It expects students to perform operations on and simplify rational expressions.

What skills does SOL A2.EO.1 cover?

SOL A2.EO.1 is assessed on 4 skills: add, subtract, multiply, or divide rational algebraic expressions and simplify the result; justify and determine equivalent rational algebraic expressions with monomial and binomial factors; recognize and simplify complex algebraic fractions as products or quotients of simple algebraic fractions; represent and demonstrate equivalence of rational expressions in different forms.

What strand of Algebra 2 is SOL A2.EO.1 in?

SOL A2.EO.1 belongs to the Expressions and Operations reporting strand of the Algebra 2 Virginia Standards of Learning.

How do I study and practice for SOL A2.EO.1?

Start with a diagnostic to see whether A2.EO.1 is already solid, then work the 4 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.